February 28, 2018

Both quads have very wearable, universally flattering colours - I especially like the greens, they feel very fresh and spring-like to me - that can be worn in a multiple of ways - from a simple wash of daytime colour to a lined and contoured night on the town look!

Available through your Mary Kay Independent Beauty Consultant - if you don't already have one you can find one at - www.marykay.ca or 1-866-455-5454.

February 23, 2018

Design.Me - a new Canadian-based brand, introduces a full-line of innovative hair care and styling products that offer top salon quality formulations and benefits at reasonable prices in fun, colourful packaging and that are sulfate, paraben, gluten and cruelty free!

Puff.Me Volumizing Cloud Mist - 9g - $19.50 - the first ever volumizing powder in a pump for adding extreme volume body and texture to normal to thick hair in an easy, odour and mess free pump. Just spray 2-4 inches from hair, focusing on the roots and style for instant volume.

Hold.Me Three Ways Hairspray - 330ml - $22 - a unique adjustable hairspray that offers 3 levels: light, medium and high - of hold in 1 can. Just adjust nozzle to desired control level and spray on hair in short bursts.

Bodycology Sweet Love Fragrance Mist - 237ml. - $6.97 - indulge in a sweet rosy scent - a blend of rose and whipped cream- that considering the price, isn't an indulgence at all! I don't normally like body mists, they generally smell kind of cheap, but this one is amazing - the fragrance is more sweet then floral and the lasting power is impressive!

Maybelline Python Metallic Lip Kit - $12.99 - in 4 duos of gorgeous lip colours and prismatic lip powders: Passionate, Piercing, Provoked and Valiant - of chromatic lip colour with a python effect in a two-step process - apply the coloured base and top with the lip shadow layering as desired to create your own look.

Available now at drug and mass retailers across Canada.

Hard Candy Metal Glaze - $6.98 - in 4 shades: Gold, Burgundy, Rose Gold and Silver - a cooling, ultra-lush metallic liquid that can be worn over brows, eyes and lips. Infused with coconut water for hydration, this intense foil is smudge-proof, budge-proof and gives up to 12 hours of wear. Glide one stroke or layer for a more dramatic look.

What makes it really interesting is the innovative 99% natural alcohol-free formula that transforms from a gel to a lightweight oil, seamlessly melting into the skin while it hydrates and smoothes.
The formula contains advanced gel matrix technology - that creates a veil that locks in moisture, recharging skin at rest and helping it awaken to a nourished, softer, more luminous appearance with a huge boost in hydration; alaria extract - to reduce the production of accelerated aging proteins and help to maintain the skin’s barrier and natural water reserves, causing the appearance of lines and wrinkles to soften, leaving behind a youthful-looking radiance; an exclusive light reflecting complex - to boost skin’s clarity while infusing it with moisture and minerals; a high concentration of pure essential fatty acid rich oils: sweet almond oil, French plum oil and rice bran oil; and a soothing and calming delicate wild jasmine flower scent.

Not only will you wake up with softer, smoother skin, it also creates a seamless palette for that day's makeup application!

February 20, 2018

Kiss Halo Strobing Palette - $19.99 - in 3 shades: Light, Medium, Dark - each containing three finely milled shimmering highlighters that reflect light and strobe the face, blending seamlessly into the skin while providing a refined luminous shimmer and luxurious glow. Use them on the face or body - anywhere you need some glow!

Sally Hansen Complete Salon Manicure Blush collection - with 7pretty polishes in new, rich tones. Featuring a keratin formula that boasts seven benefits in one bottle - base coat, strength, growth
treatment, salon color, top coat, chip resistance and gel-shine finish. The
formula also delivers up to 64% stronger nails and up to 10 days of
chip-resistant wear for everything you need to achieve a professional nail
look at home!

Know-the-Espa-Drille - creamy, gray nude

Off-the-Shoulder
- sultry peach nude

Blush
Against the World - sheer clean pink

Rose to
the Occasion - fresh-picked muted pink

One in a
Melon - bright coral

Killer
Heels - punchy pink red cream - excuse the negative space due to nail growth but be impressed, this pic was taken after 6 days of wear and still looks that good - no chips!

Red It
Online - deep red cream

Available now at drug and mass retailers across Canada for $9.99 each.

February 19, 2018

Vichy Neovadiol Rose Platinium Fortifying and Revitalizing Rosy Cream - 50ml - $56.95 - nourishes, densifies and stimulates the natural glow of mature skin with a fresh, comfortable cream that features a luscious texture and delicate hint of rose that revives skin leaving it looking radiant and healthy with a rosy glow.

Over time, skin gets thinner and loses its natural radiance. As skin grows duller, more pale, and more fragile, it stops looking healthy and the contours of the face lose their fullness and elasticity - all of which the formula addresses with:

Calcium - enriched with powerful minerals, natural calcium improves the differentiation process in the epidermis, strengthening and improving the corneal layer. At the surface, it helps hold the corneocytes together to fortify the skin’s protective barrier - giving skin a real boost, guarding against the passage of time;

Beeswax - this natural extract soothes, protects, and nourishes the epidermis and revitalizes it deep down - to wake skin up a little more each day;

mineral pigments - selected for their affinity with natural skin tones and added in just the right amount to produce a healthy glow, these rosy pigments instantly melt into skin of any hue, thanks to the subtle balance between pigments and mother of pearl - delicately, naturally, skin tone is revived and exudes good health;

LHA - this lipophilic derivative of salicylic acid is designed for ultra absorbency - with repeated application, it accelerates the skin’s natural regeneration process at the cellular level, for a more even skin tone without any irritation - the same results as AHA with a concentration that is seven times milder;

IGEFYL - a product of biotechnology, this yeast mimics the effects of IGF1, a protein secreted by fibroblasts that improves skin’s overall health - and provides the epidermis with added support, so it’s thicker and less fragile - for skin that looks and feels firmer;

Vichy mineral-rich thermal water - drawn from a depth of 4,000 metres at the natural springs of France’s Auvergne region, it has a concentrate of 15 minerals at an amount of 5.2 grams per litre - stronger, healthy-looking skin.

I'm not quite in the right age range to really test this cream out so I passed it along to a friend to get her opinion and she was very impressed that from the very first application, her skin felt softer and looked more radiant - and she loves the scent!

Rowenta Ultrasteam Compact Handheld Steamer - $39.99 - a space-saving, easy to use steamer with a dual voltage (120v/230v) that makes it a perfect travel companion and a 55ml water tank that allows it to operate for longer without needing to be refilled which speeds up the process and saves time.

The nice thing about steamers is they take away the need for an ironing board which not only makes them great for travel but also a great solution if you are don't have a lot of storage space in your home! And not only does it de-crease clothes but also upholstery and hanging curtains - and continued steaming also deodorizes fabric, keeping your clothes and linens extra-fresh.

The set includes everything you need for efficient wrinkle removal: steamer, fabric brush, lint pad, travel pouch and instruction booklet.

Available now at home goods stores across Canada including Hudson's Bay, Bed, Bath and Beyond and amazon.ca.

February 16, 2018

Hate to colour because of the mess and smell? Then you will love this true breakthrough in home hair colour:

Clairol Nice 'n Easy Permanent Colour - $11.99 - in 50 natural looking shades and a formula that gives you everything you love - healthy, deeply conditioned, natural-looking colour - and takes out what you don’t - the icky, home-colour odour and the straw-like feeling of dried-out strands - by blocking damage and conditioning hair while you colour.

What makes it really great is it contains a breakthrough innovation: ME+ - a revolutionary dye molecule that reduces the risk of an allergic reaction that still gives 100% gray coverage, rich, layered tones and contouring highlights.

In addition to phenomenal colour results with significantly reduced risk of an allergic reaction, the colour care formula offers an upgraded colour experience, with a no-drip formula that smells like fresh flowers instead of ammonia.

I have to admit, I don't colour as often as I should because of that terrible smell that all hair colours seem to have - the new Nice 'n Easy really had no offensive odour at all - I knew this for sure after I walked into the room where my husband was when I had it on and he didn't start complaining like he usually does when I colour - he had no idea I was colouring and thought I had a mask on my hair! I also have to say, my hair was super soft and shiny afterwards - with no look or feel of damage - we definitely have a winner here!

Everything is coming up metallic this season with the new Quo 2018 limited edition Spring collection - it's gold, rose gold and silver as far as the eye can see with a beautifully soft collection that will leave you glowing!

Aveeno Active Naturals Eczema Care Itch Relief Balm - 311g - $14.99 - with a high level of glycerin, this protective balm intensely moisturizes and leaves skin feeling comfortable and protected all day long without leaving a greasy feeling
behind and is
gentle enough for everyday use on the body and face, even on sensitive skin.

Prefer something lighter?

Aveeno Eczema Care Moisturizing Cream - 166ml - $11.99 - includes ceramides and panthenol, which help maintain the skin carrier and provide moisturization for a full 24 hours and helps strengthen the skin barrier to prevent the recurrence of irritated, extra dry skin.Available at drug, grocery and mass retailers across Canada.

A-Derma Epitheliale A.H Duo Ultra-Repairing Cream - 40ml - $19 - an anti-mark cream for the face and body that is ideal to decrease residual marks from acne, post laser or post peeling, stitches, cuts and burns for skin that immediately feels softer and the appearance of marks is reduced.

Just apply a generous amount of the non-sticky cream to the affected area 2-3 times a day, gently massage in and within 15 days, kiss the visible evidence of damaged skin goodbye! Available now at drugstores across Canada.

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Lisamarie - the happiest day of my life was the day Sephora opened it's first store in Canada (thankfully in Toronto), second happiest day was before this when Sephora finally started shipping to Canada, third I guess would be my wedding day (but don't tell my husband where he ranks please!)
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